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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 2009-06-08 MinutesMINUTES OF THE WORK SESSION AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 -JUNE 8, 2009 WORK SESSION The City Council of the City of North Richland Hills, Texas met in work session on the 8th day of June, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Work Room prior to the 7:00 p.m. regular Council meeting. Present: Oscar Trevino Mayor Scott Turnage Mayor Pro Tem, Council, Place 6 Ken Sapp Council, Place 2 Tom Lombard Council, Place 3 Tim Barth Council, Place 4 David Whitson Council, Place 5 Staff Members: Larry J. Cunningham City Manager Karen Bostic Assistant City Manager Jimmy Perdue Assistant City Manager Mike Curtis Managing Director Vickie Loftice Managing Director Patricia Hutson City Secretary Monica Solko Assistant City Secretary George Staples City Attorney Mary Peters Public Information Officer Elizabeth Reining Assistant to City Manager Larry Koonce Finance Director John Pitstick Director of Planning & Development Eric Wilhite Chief Planner JoAnn Stout Neighborhood Services Director Craig Hulse Economic Development Director Greg VanNeiuwenhuize Public Works Assistant Director Mark Mills Budget Director Absent: John Lewis Council, Place 1 Tim Welch Council, Place 7 Call to Order Mayor Trevino called the work session to order at 5:30 p.m. A.1 Discuss Items from Regular Citv Council Meetinq Mike Curtis, Managing Director announced that a letter concerning Item C.2 was received from a property owner. A copy of the letter was handed out to Council. City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 2 A.2 IR 2009-055 Public Works Design Manual Update Caroline Waggoner, Public Works Associate Engineer presented a PowerPoint presentation that updated Council on the proposed changes to the Public Works Design Manual. These changes were in response to: • Changes in federal /state regulations • A need to clarify existing requirements • A desire for improved development standards The proposed changes include: New Regulations: 1. Minimum pea gravel embedment depth over sanitary sewer mains increased from six inches (6") to twelve inches (12") by TCEQ (embedment detail changed). 2. Manhole opening diameter increased from 24" to 30" by TCEQ (manhole details changed). Clarification of Existing Requirements: 1. Replace references to the "Public Works Director" with "Engineering Division". 2. Include utility boring under street requirement within the General Notes. 3. As-Built requirements to include digital files for public infrastructure. 4. Include the part number for swept arm street lighting in the street lighting section of the Design Manual. 5. Fire Hydrants: In some cases, adherence to the spacing requirements within the Design Manual does not result in adequate fire protection. Hydrant locations are to be approved by the NRH Fire Department. 6. Sanitary Sewer Manholes with more than one internal drop are to be six feet (6') in diameter. 7. Include a table of frequently used Intensity values for Drainage calculations. 8. Public pavement is to be placed by a paving machine. Hand placing of concrete pavement may be permitted in limited areas with the approval of the Engineering Division. 9. Overland relief requirement at subdivision low points: 10-year overland design for entire drainage area discharging through the drainage easement, to include a flume at least three feet (3') face-to-face. This is intended to supplement an in- ground storm drain system. 10. No cross-fencing of drainage flumes. 11. Erosion Control: 70% vegetative growth is required in all disturbed areas beyond those for which a building permit has been applied for. The 70% growth requirement is defined as follows: In any given area, 70% of the dirt shall be occupied with active vegetative growth. This applies to all disturbed areas. A City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 3 cumulative approach where a portion of the disturbed lot area is 100% vegetated and other areas left bare is not acceptable. Improved Development Standards: 1. Vertical Alignment: Should conflicts necessitate the depth of the water line to exceed five feet (5'), such depth shall be achieved by one of the two (2) following measures. In either case, a profile of the water line (regardless of diameter) must be included in the as-built construction plans. a. Pipe deflection if the total length of deflection can be accomplished in 50 feet, OR b. Bend fittings must be used. 2. Drainage design in compliance with NRH criteria which increases the quantity or concentration of stormwater runoff must confirm that downstream properties have the capacity to handle the increase. 3. Flumes at sidewalks -require ramps as opposed to a steel plate. 4. Driveway grades -maximum 12% algebraic difference for grade breaks 5. Detail updates a. Fire Hydrant Details (3W-1): Acceptable list of hydrants to include Waterous Pacer (Model number WB-67-250). b. Detector Check Installation Details (8W): i. The Detector Check vault detail should be revised to remove the strainer and allow no space between the valve and check assembly. ii. Require manufacturer certification of traffic-rated lids (no retrofits). c. Drive with Culvert (13P): vertical headwalls on culvert pipes will be permitted as approved by the Public Works Department. d. Add detail for Pavers in Public ROW (16P). e. Remove weep holes from flume detail (5D). f. Change Curb Inlet detail to reflect Minimum length is 10 feet (16D-1). A.3 IR 2009-038 Update on State Legislation Karen Bostic, Assistant City Manager updated Council on various bills being tracked by the City during the 81s~ legislative session. Ms. Bostic highlighted the status of the following bills: • HB 9 & SB 855 -Transportation Funding (TLOTA) • HB 2639 -Red Light Camera Prohibition • HB 300 ~ TxDOT Sunset • HB 5 & SB 544 -Statewide Smoking Ban • HB 980 & HB 1376 -Sales Tax Allocation Changes (Place of Business) • HB 3222 & SB 1947 -Joint TIFs • SB 700 -Rollback Rate Changes (Property Taxes) City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 4 • SB 792 & HB 2879 -Sales Tax -Special Districts • SB 1570 -High Speed Rail Ms. Bostic and Mr. Cunningham will be attending the Legislative Wrap-Up on June 26cn and will update Council on the final outcome of each bill being tracked by the City. A.4 IR 2009=046 Status Report on Capital Improvement Proiects Mark Mills, Budget Director presented a PowerPoint presentation and updated Council on the following ten Capital Improvements Projects (CIP). • Preventive Street Maintenance (2008 and 2009) • Charles Street (2008 CDBG and 2009 CDBG) • Amundson Elevated Tank Rehabilitation • Signalization o Mid-Cities at Winter Park o Davis Boulevard at Bursey Road o Precinct Line Road at Amundson Drive o Precinct Line Road at Rumfield Road o Holiday / Chapman /Meadow Mr. Mills also presented a video of completed Parks and Recreation CIP projects. B.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION -The Citv Council may enter into closed Executive Session to discuss the following as authorized by Chapter 551. Texas Government Code 6.1 Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.072. Texas Government Code to deliberate the purchase of real property at: 5020 Cumminas Dr. B.2 Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.071. Texas Government Code for Consultation with Attorney on Litigation: Hometown Urban Partners. Ltd. vs. City of North Richland Hills 6.3 Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.072. Texas Government Code to deliberate the purchase. exchange or value of real property -Central Sector of City 6.4 Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.072. Texas Government Code to deliberate the purchase. exchange or value of real property in the vicinity of Chapman and Holiday Lane. City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 5 Mayor Trevino announced at 6:10 p.m. that the Council would adjourn to Executive Session pursuant to the provisions of the following sections of the Texas Government Code: Section 551.072 to deliberate the purchase of real property at 5020 Cummings Drive; Section 551.071 for consultation with Attorney on litigation on Hometown Urban Partners, Ltd. vs NRH; and Section 551.072 to deliberate the purchase, exchange or value of real property for municipal use in the central sector of the City and in the vicinity of Chapman and Holiday Lane. C.0 Adjournment Mayor Trevino announced at 6:53 p.m. that the Council would adjourn to the regular Council meeting. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING A.0 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order June 8, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Oscar Trevino Scott Turnage Ken Sapp Tom Lombard Tim Barth David Whitson Staff: Larry J. Cunningham Karen Bostic Jimmy Perdue Mike Curtis Vickie Loftice Patricia Hutson Monica Solko George Staples Mayor Mayor Pro Tem, Council, Place 2 Council, Place 3 Council, Place 4 Council, Place 5 Council, Place 6 City Manager Assistant City Manager Assistant City Manager Managing Director Managing Director City Secretary Assistant City Secretary Attorney Absent: John Lewis Council, Place 1 City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 6 Tim Welch Council, Place 7 A.1 INVOCATION Councilman Sapp gave the invocation. A.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilman Sapp led the pledge of allegiance. A.3 SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S) AND RECOGNITIONS) - RECOGNITION OF THE ALLIANCE FOR INNOVATION ROBERT HAVLICK AWARD PRESENTED BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE Mayor Pro Tem Turnage announced that the City of North Richland Hills was recently awarded the 2009 J. Robert Havlick Award for Innovation in Local Government by the Alliance for Innovation at the Transforming Local Government Conference in Corpus Christi. The City's Field Activation Cath Lab was the program recognized with this award. Mayor Pro Tem Turnage presented the award to Fire Chief Andrew A. Jones, J r. A.4 CITIZENS PRESENTATION Mayor Trevino asked if there were any public appearance cards turned in. Mayor Pro Tem Turnage announced that there were two citizens that wished to speak on the sidewalk construction project on Briley Street. James D. Seaver, 6625 Briley Drive Justin Welborn, 6604 Briley Drive Mayor Trevino announced that this project was on the agenda and could not be discussed but asked Mayor Pro Tem Turnage and Mike Curtis, Managing Director if they could accompany the concerned citizens to the work room to listen and help work through their concerns. City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 7 Mayor Pro Tem Tumage and Mike Curtis, Managing Director left the Council Meeting at 7:11 p. m. Mayor Trevino asked if there were any more public appearance cards turned in. Councilman Barth announced there was one from Cindy Cvik. Cindy Cvik, 6673 Jannie Street, expressed her concerns on damage to her home due to a sewage back up and the notification process for home repairs made by the Code Compliance Department. Mayor Trevino asked Larry Cunningham, City Manager to look into Ms. Cvik's situation and update Council on his findings. A.7 REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA None. B.0 APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED B.1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF APRIL 2, 2009 CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING AND ZONING JOINT WORK SESSION B.2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MAY 18, 2009 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6.3 PW 2009-017 AWARD A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT TO PATE ENGINEERS, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $54,500 FOR THE BRILEY DRIVE STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT B.4 PW 2009-018 AWARD A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT TO WIER & ASSOCIATES, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $70,400 FOR THE COLORADO BOULEVARD STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT B.5 GN 2009-036 APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH TARRANT COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR FOR THE COLLECTION OF CITY PROPERTY TAXES -RESOLUTION N0.2009-018 B.6 PU 2009-022 APPROVE PURCHASE OF SCHOOL ZONE FLASHING BEACON CONTROLLER UPGRADE FROM CONSOLIDATED TRAFFIC CONTROLS IN THE AMOUNT OF $82,841 City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 8 COUNCILMAN WHITSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. COUNCILMAN LOMBARD SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 4-O. PUBLIC HEARINGS C.1 ZC 2009-02 PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC FOR A ZONING CHANGE FROM R-2 SINGLE FAMILY AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD47) TO HC HEAVY COMMERCIAL ON LOTS 14-22, BLOCK 4 AND LOTS 12-14, BLOCK 5, RICHLAND TERRACE ADDITION AS WELL AS LOT 2R, BLOCK 1, RIVERCROWN ADDITION LOCATED IN THE 4800 BLOCKS OF NANCY LANE AND SUSAN LEE LANE- ORDINANCE NO. 3055 APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing and called on the applicant to come forward. Ernest Hedgcoth representing the applicant came forward. This zoning request is to rezone acquired property along Nancy and Susan Lee from residential to heavy commercial, as well as a portion of the applicants property currently used as part of the dealership. He was available to answer any questions the Council may have. Mayor Pro Tem Tumage returned to the dais and Mike Curtis, Managing Director returned to the Council Meeting at 7:21 p.m. Eric Wilhite, Chief Planner summarized the item. The applicant, Rivercrown Investments (Huggins Honda), represented by Ernest Hedgcoth, is requesting to rezone several recently acquired residential lots located along Nancy Lane and Susan Lee Lane. The request also includes a portion of their property they have owned and been using as part of the current dealership that is currently zoned PD-47. The PD zoning was in place due to the previous residential proximity. All portions are now being combined and being requested for HC -Heavy Commercial zoning. The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval by a 4-0 vote. Mayor Trevino called for anyone wishing to speak in favor of the request to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Trevino called for anyone wishing to speak against the request to come forward. City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 9 Mayor Pro Tem Turnage advised that the following citizens wished to speak in opposition of the request. Bill Garvin, 5908 Quails Path Robert H. Bockman, 4804 Nancy Lane Keith Davidson, 4820 Nancy Lane. Each spoke individually citing concerns on the parking lot lights shining through their home windows at night, the loud speaker noise at all hours of the day, traffic control down their street, the expansion of the dealership causing homes values to drop and ultimately eliminating their neighborhood. They would like a solution or regulations on the expansion and noise to be addressed. Mayor Trevino advised the citizens their concerns with the lights, outside speaker, operating hours fall under the Special Use Permit (SUP) process and can not be addressed during the zoning process. The SUP will be coming forward for Council consideration and the concerns expressed will be kept in mind as the SUP request is reviewed. Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing and called for the motion. COUNCILMAN WHITSON MOVED TO APPROVE ZG 2009-02: ©RDINANCE NO. 3055. COUNCILMAN EARTH SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 5-0. C.2 TR 2009-02 PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS BY ADOPTING THE SMITHFIELD AND IRON HORSE TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT ZONING CODE AND UPDATING THE COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN MAP TO REFLECT THESE TWO NEW DISTRICTS -ORDINANCE NO. 3056 APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing and called on John Pitstick to present the item. John Pitstick, Director of Planning and Development presented a PowerPoint presentation outlining the final draft of the Iron Horse and Smithfield Transit Oriented Development Code and changes to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The Transit Oriented Code adoption is a direct result of the development of future rail station sites and the ongoing development of the Southwest to Northeast Rail corridor. This Transit City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 10 Oriented Development (TOD) effort has also been tied to potential sustainable development grant funding from the North Central Council of Governments (NCTCOG). Highlights include: • Residential Transition Standards -Preserves existing neighborhoods with requirements for adjacent masonry walls and setbacks. Non Conforming Uses, Buildings and Sites -Allows for natural transition of existing business uses. • Special Frontage Requirements -Creates required commercial on certain street frontages and provides for a unique street wall for Iron Horse Boulevard, Main Street and both sides of Davis Boulevard. • Mixed Use Criteria -Sets mixed use standards and provides for thresholds for conformance to mixture of uses within each character zone. Parking Strategy -Provides parking incentives and protects station areas from developing into large parking lots. • Transitions to adjoining TOD zones -Creation of a transitional area from High Intensity zone along Loop 820 to Iron Horse TOD core area that allows for building height transitions that protect the quality and integrity of each character zone. • Bonus Provisions -Residential density bonuses for increase in commercial land uses in General Mixed Use zones and building height bonuses in High Intensity zones with provision of plazas, squares and civics open spaces. Eric Wilhite, Chief Planner presented the remainder of the PowerPoint, highlighting the street types and architectural standards. • Streetscape Design Standards -New TOD streetscape design standards with street trees and wide pedestrian sidewalks for Iron Horse Boulevard, Main Street and Smithfield Road. • Architectural Guidelines and Standards -Required conformance to architectural guidelines and standards with specific criteria for Smithfield Historic Core area. • Signage Standards -Allows pedestrian oriented signs to create interest along sidewalks. • Civic and open space standards -Provisions for required public spaces for 10 acre plus developments. + Special Development Plans - Development flexibility through Special Development Plan process. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a 4-0 vote. Mr. Pitstick advised a letter had been received from Rick Work requesting to be removed from the district. After the Council packets were distributed a letter was received from Dan Smalley expressing his concerns. A letter has also been received from Jim Makens requesting that this property in the Smithfield District be withdrawn from the TOD. City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 11 Mayor Trevino called for anyone wishing to speak for or against the request to come forward. Robin H. McCaffrey, 1807 Ross Avenue representing Dan Smalley (a property owner in the TOD) came forward . He was in favor of the vision of the TOD but was against some of the language. The language refers to a percentage of the property being developed and he did not want to develop more than needed. Jerree Frazier, 7713 Braircliff Court came forward. She was not in favor or against the project but was interested in how far down the TOD was going to be and if the Smithfield historical sites would be preserved. Mr. Pitstick addressed both concerns. Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE MOVED TO APPROVE THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION, ADOPTING THE TOD ORDINANCE NO. 3056 WITH THE AMENDMENT TO EXCLUDE THE PROPERTIES OWNED BY MR. WORK, MR. MAKENS, AND MR. SMALLEY FROM THE COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN, COUNCILMAN EARTH SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 5-0. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT D.0 Items to follow do not require a public hearing There are no items for this category. PUBLIC WORKS E.1 There are no items for this category. GENERAL ITEMS F.1 GN 2009-032 RESCINDING RESOLUTION 2009-015 AND APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN A LOCAL GOVERNMENT CORPORATION FOR HIGH SPEED RAIL -RESOLUTION NO. 2009-017 APPROVED City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 12 Elizabeth Reining, Assistant to the City Manager presented the item. At the April 27tH City Council meeting, City Council passed Resolution 2009-015, which authorized the City- of North Richland Hills to join the South Central High Speed Rail and Transportation Authority (SCHSRTA). Since that time, the Articles of Incorporation were rewritten to better reflect the structure of SCHSRTA and to include the member entities of SCHSRTA. The by-laws were also added to discuss some terms of the Authority in more detail. Other notable changes to the new Articles of Incorporation include stating the Authority is organized to help sponsor entities get high speed rail and not all local governments in the State. The number of board members has increased from nine to 15 and the board members are named with their terms. All incorporators are also named. A limit is placed on indemnification of board members, though no amount is given. And, Dean International is listed as the registered office and agent. In addition to approving the revised Articles of Incorporation and by-laws, the agenda item also rescinds Resolution 2009-015 which approved the previous Articles of Incorporation. COUNCILMAN SAPP MOVED TO APPROVE GN 2009-032, RESOLUTION NO. 2009-017, AND TO RESCIND RESOLUTION N0.2009-015. COUNCILMAN LOMBARD SECONDED THE MOTION. MOfiION TO APPROVE GARRIED 5-O. F.2 GN 2009-037 2009 RECOVERY ACT COMPETITIVE BYRNE JAG CJD PASS- THROUGH GRANT FOR THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND OVERTIME FOR A CRIME REDUCTION PROGRAM- RESOLUTION NO. 2009-019 APPROVED Jimmy Perdue, Assistant City Manager summarized the item. The U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance has notified the North Richland Hills Police Department of its eligibility to make application for competitive grant funds available to assist law enforcement programs under the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Competitive Grant Program. These grant funds are passed through the Criminal Justice Division of the Governor's Office and are allocated to local Council of Governments. The NCTCOG's 16-county region anticipates a $9 million JAG allocation. If awarded these grant funds, the Police Department plans to use the proceeds to fund equipment and manpower for a crime reduction program. The total of this grant request is $455,841 and there is no requirement for a cash match under the terms of this grant program and no funding sources will be required beyond the scope of the grant. Equipment to be funded includes two mobile observation "Sky Watch" towers, a one ton truck will be requested and the man power request will fund overtime. City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 13 MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2009-019. COIlNCI~MAN WHITSON SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 5-0. F.3 GN 2009-038 2009 RECOVERY ACT COMPETITIVE BYRNE JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT FOR THE FUNDING OF CIVILIAN PERSONNEL IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT- RESOLUTION NO. 2009-020 APPROVED Jimmy Perdue, Assistant City Manager summarized the item. The U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance has notified the North Richland Hills Police Department of its eligibility to make application for competitive grant funds available to assist law enforcement programs under the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Competitive Grant Program. If awarded these grant funds, the Police Department plans to use the proceeds to fund a total of four civilian employee positions. Thdse positions would include two civilian Crime Scene Examiners (CSE) and two additional Public Service Officers. The anticipated total grant application request for these four positions is $521,087. There is no requirement for a cash match under the terllis of this grant program. Additionally, the grant does not require the City to appropriate funding sources beyond the two year grant period, the Police Department plans on exploring all funding opportunities available that would insure the continuation of these four positions. COUNCILMAN LOMBARD MOVED TO APPROVE GN 2009-038; RESOLUTION NO. 2009-02©. COUNCILMAN BARTH SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 5-0. F.4 GN 2009-039 CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 6Cr3 SOLID WASTE CONTAINER PLACEMENT -ORDINANCE NO. 3053 APPROVED JoAnn Stout, Neighborhood Services Director summarized the item. In keeping with the City Council's goal of revitalizing neighborhoods, staff is recommending an amendment to Chapter 66-3 of the Code of Ordinances by adding a new section on the placement and storage of trash and trash receptacles on non-trash pick-up days. This amendment will require trash, solid waste containers and recycling containers to be stored out of public view except during the times allowed to be placed for collection. City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 14 COUNCILMAN SAPP MOVED TO APPROVE GN 2009-039; ORDINANCE NO. 3053. COUNCILMAN EARTH SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 5-0. F.5 GN 2009-040 CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE V OF CHAPTER 98 BY ADDING SECTION 203 REGULATING FENCE REPAIR MATERIAL- ORDINANCE NO. 3054 APPROVED Joann Stout, Neighborhood Services Director summarized the item. In keeping with City Council goal on revitalizing neighborhoods, staff is recommending an amendment to Chapter 98-203 by adding a new section regulating fence repairs and maintenance. This amendment will require owners to replace portions of their fence with materials of the same character and height. MAIMOR PRO TEM TURNAGE MOVED TO APPROVE ©RDINANCE NO. 3054. COUNCILMAN WHITSC)N SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 5-0. F.6 GN 2009-041 APPOINTMENT TO NAMING BOARD APPROVED Mayor Trevino presented the item. With Suzy Compton leaving Council, a vacancy was crested on the Naming Board. Ms. Compton served on the Board along with Mayor Pro Terr1 Turnage and Councilman Barth. Mayor Trevino recommended the appointment of Councilman Lombard to fill the vacancy. COUNCILMAN SAPP MOPED TO APPROVE THE MAYOR'S RECOMMENDATION TO APPOINT TOM LOAI~BARD TO THE NAMING BOARD. MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE SECONDED THE MOTION. MO1t1ON TO APPROVE CARRIED 5-0. EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS G.1 ACTION ON ANY ITEM DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION LISTED ON WORK SESSION AGENDA City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 15 B.1 DELIBERATE THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY AT: 5020 CUMMINGS DR. APPROVED Karlen Bostic, Assistant City Manager presented the item. Staff recommends Council approve the purchase of property located at 5020 Cummings Drive. CO NCILMAN EARTH MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE THE PROPERTY LOC~~ITED AT 5020 CUMMINGS DRIVE. COUNCILMAN WHITSON SECONDED THE MOTION. MOrtION TO APPROVE CARRIED 5-0. INFORMATION AND REPORTS H.1 ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilman Lombard made the following announcements. Lean how to save money on your grocery budget and find great deals on merchandise onlirhe. Attend a free "Coupons and Bargains Online" program at the NRH Public Library on Thursday, June 11th at 7:00 p.m. The Library is located at 9015 Grand Avenue. For more information, contact the Reference Department at 817-427-6814. Brine the family to a free movie night at Kay Granger Park on Friday, June 12th. There will Ise games and crafts beginning at 7:30 p.m. and the movie Kung Fu Panda will start at dirk. Kay Granger Park is located at 4100 Flory Street. For more information call the Recreation Center at 817-427-6600. Dog ~ and their owners are invited to join in the annual People & Pet Walk-A-Thou at 8 a. ~n. on Saturday, June 13th. The two-mile walk will begin and end at the Animal Ado tion & Rescue Center, located at 7200 B Dick Fisher Drive South. Registration is a minimum $18 donation. All funds raised from this event benefit the Shelter Fund. For morE; information, please call the Animal Adoption & Rescue Center at 817-427-6570. Kud~~s Korner :Officer Chad Hobson, Police Department. A note of appreciation was received for Officer Hobson going out of his way to fix a flat tire for a resident. The resident was late for work and lacked the necessary tools to change the flat tire. Officer Hobson was working off-duty and went out of his way to take care of the problem and get the resident back on the road. He was professional, courteous and most of all, helpful and the resident was very appreciative. I~ City Council Minutes June 8, 2009 Page 16 H.2 ADJOURNMENT Mayor Trevino adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m. v~ww ~~H LAN ~,~r,.' ~"''~,yf<~ Oscar Trevino ~ Mayor n ~ of r ~~ Z~TTES7~ „~ a Hutson, City Secretary